Reviewer: How can I withdraw from the review process or recommend a manuscript's rejection?

Updated : April 15, 2019 13:38

In order to withdraw from the review process or recommend a manuscript for rejection, you will first need to access the review forum. Once there, click on one of the “Withdraw from review” or “Recommend rejection” buttons.

This will open a field in which you will need to explain the reasons for withdrawing or recommending the manuscript for rejection (you must first select your reason and then write a personal note to the Associate Editor). Once you have done so, confirm your choice by clicking Proceed and confirming a final time in the pop-up that will open.